Secure YOUR place in our new free online course, “The Great Principles of Chemistry,” by preregistering today.
The Great Principles of Chemistry

Discover the building blocks of nature!
“The Great Principles of Chemistry” is a free online course from Hillsdale College that will take you on a journey through the great discoveries of chemistry, the development of the periodic table, the structure of the atom, and the importance of the natural sciences to a liberal arts education.
Secure your spot in this fascinating course by preregistering before March 28.
Taught by Dr. Matthew Young, the dean of natural sciences and a professor of chemistry at Hillsdale College, this course unlocks a deeper appreciation for the beauty and order of the world through the study of chemistry.
In this course, you’ll discover:
• how chemistry fits into the liberal arts,
• the development of the periodic table,
• atomic theory and how electrons behave,
• chemical and covalent bonds,
• the relationship between atomic structures and the natural order,
• and, most striking, you’ll gain a greater appreciation for the world around you and its Creator.
Whether you’re a science teacher, homeschool parent, or lifelong learner, this course is perfect for anyone interested in understanding the role of chemistry and how it relates to the study of the sciences and humanities.
Even if you’ve been intimidated by these subjects, Dr. Young’s unique approach reveals the story of past discoveries and how the proper application of science benefits mankind.
The course includes nine lectures, each approximately 30 minutes long. You can receive a completion certificate for the course by watching the lecture videos, submitting a short quiz after each lecture, and passing a comprehensive course quiz at the end.
You will also have access to optional materials to aid your learning: supplementary Q and A videos, study guides, and a discussion board. And you can do all of this at your own pace and in a manner that best fits your schedule.
By preregistering now, you’ll receive the first lecture immediately and advance notice
about the full course launch. And the best part? It’s completely free!
Complete the secure form below now and join us in discovering what everyone should
know about chemistry.
YES! I want to preregister and watch the first lecture of “The Great Principles of Chemistry.” Please reserve my spot in this fascinating, new, free online course, so I can begin learning immediately.
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– Don
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– Susan
Content is well presented; the students are stellar in their responses and questions. Prof. Arnn does a fabulous job balancing teaching and allowing students to participate. Above all he makes complex ideas easy to understand.
– Hope